Kelly leads strong Leinster contingent in U20's

New captain, Jack Kelly, is one of eight Leinster players named in Nigel Carolan's Ireland U20's side to play Scotland in the Six Nations on Friday night.

Just two players involved in the starting fifteen have been previously capped at this level - outhalf, Johnny McPhillips and Cillian Gallagher in the back row.

Joe Conway, Tadgh McElroy and Peter Cooper make up the front with Fineen Wycherley and Oisin Dowling making up the second row. Gallagher, Paul Boyle and Cealan Doris complete the pack.

Jack Kelly will start at fullback with Jordan Larmour and Colm Hogan named on the wings.

UCD duo, Gavin Mullin and Ciaran Frawley make up the centre pairing with McPhillips named at outhalf and Johnny Stewart named at scrum half.

Speaking of his selection and challenge ahead, Head Coach Nigel Carolan said "As is the nature of Under-20's rugby, there is fresh look to the side, the majority of the guys haven't played at this level before however many have gotten good game time with their provincial A teams in the British and Irish Cup this season, so that should stand to them.

"We are looking forward to starting the Six Nations. Training has gone well and the boys have gelled as a group. We are taking the tournament one game at a time and are looking forward to kicking things off in Scotland on Friday night."